AGRI 0200. Introduction to Animal Science
Units: 4
Advisory: Eligibility for ENGL 1A
Hours: 108 (54 lecture, 54 laboratory)
A scientific approach to the field of animal science and the interrelationships of domestic animals and their contribution to the modern agriculture industry. Introduces various disciplines, including cell function, genetics, anatomy and physiology, reproduction, nutrition, animal health, animal products and animal behavior. (C-ID AG-AS 104) (CSU, UC)
AGRI 0200 - Introduction to Animal Science
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Catalog Description DESCRIPTION IS HERE: Advisory: Eligibility for ENGL 1A Hours: 108 (54 lecture, 54 laboratory) Description: A scientific approach to the field of animal science and the interrelationships of domestic animals and their contribution to the modern agriculture industry. Introduces various disciplines, including cell function, genetics, anatomy and physiology, reproduction, nutrition, animal health, animal products and animal behavior. (C-ID AG-AS 104) (CSU, UC) Units 4 Lecture-Discussion 54 Laboratory 54 By Arrangement Contact Hours 108 Outside of Class Hours Course Student Learning Outcomes Compare and contrast animal uses, meat and animal product consumption in different cultures and world economies. Relate fundamental physiology of domestic animals to the anatomy of several body systems including but not limited to cardiovascular, reproductive, digestive, endocrine, exocrine, immune and muscle. Apply basic biology discussed throughout the course to the management of domestic animal species. Compare and contrast current technologies used in animal production and assess their impact on management practices. Course Content Outline I. Introduction to Animal Science A. Animals & Society 1. History and Development of Animal Agriculture 2. Domestication of Animals a. Unique adaptations of various species I. Natural selection ii. Artificial selection/selective breeding b. Human reliance on domestic animals I. Meat production ii. Dairy production iii. Fiber production iv. Recreation & companionship. v. Other uses such as protection, labor, assistance and research model B. Animal Agriculture & the World Economy C. Animal Agriculture & the United States and California Economies D. Career Opportunities E. Issues in Animal Agriculture 1. Animal welfare 2. Natural resource use 3. Public Policy and consumer awareness II. History of Agriculture Education & Research A. The Scientific Method B. Current Areas of Research in Animal Agriculture 1. Research in Animal Agriculture 2. Experimental design 3. Humane protocols for the treatment of research animals III.. Fundamental Principles of Genetics A. The Cell Theory B. Cell Structure and Function (eukaryotes) 1. Components and function of the eukaryotic cell 2. The plasma membrane structure and function a. Fluid Mosaic Model b. function 1. Passive Transport 2. Active Transport C. The Cell Cycle 1. Interphase 2. Mitosis D. The Cell Cycle in Gametes 1. Interphase 2. Meiosis I 3. Meiosis II E. Basic Principles of Heredity 1.Introduction & History 2.Terms 3.Chromosomal Basis for Inheritance a. Determination of Sex b. Genetic Recombination & Crossing Over c. Chromosome Mapping 4.Chromosome Number & Structure (alterations) 5.Gene Expression a.Incomplete Dominance b. Multiple Alleles & Co-dominance c. Epitasis d. Environmental Effects e. Sex Linked Traits f. Sex Influenced Traits g. Sex Limited Traits 6.Segregation and Recombination of genes 7.Laws of probability and animal breeding F. DNA to Proteins 1. Basic DNA Model 2. DNA Structure 3. DNA Replication 4. RNA Structure a. mRNA b. tRNA c. rRNA 5. Amino Acids 6. Transcription 7. Translation 8. Mutations 9. rDNA technology a. Methodology b. Uses, restrictions and ethics IV. Selecting and Mating Domestic Animals A. Natural Selection 1. Introductions and terms 2. Evolution a. genetic drift b. gene flow c. mutations B. Selective Breeding 1. economically important traits 2. selecting for superior genetics 3. breeds 4. heterosis 5. gene frequency and population genetics 6. genetic progress and variation V. Anatomy & Physiology of Domestic Animals A. External Anatomy B. The Skeletal System C. The Muscular System D. The Circulatory System E. The Digestive System F. The Respiratory System G. The Nervous System H. The Urinary System VI. Endocrinology A. Terms B. Endocrine vs. Exocrine Glands C. Endocrine Glands and their Secretions D. Functions of Hormones E. Mechanism of Hormone Action F. Regulation of Hormone Secretion VII. Physiology of Growth A. Introduction and Terms B. The cell is the unit of growth C. Periods of growth 1. Prenatal 2. Post-natal D. Factors affecting growth 1. Hormonal Control of Growth 2. Nutrition and Growth i. prenatal ii. postnatal 3. Heredity mechanisms in growth VIII. Anatomy and Physiology of Reproduction in Domestic Mammals A. Anatomy of the female reproductive tract B. The Estrous Cycle a. Hormonal Profile b. Stages of the Estrous Cycle c. Environmental factors and the estrous cycle i. Nutrition ii. Season iii. Stress C. Estrus synchronization and breeding programs D. Anatomy of the male reproductive tract E. Spermatogenesis i. Anatomy of the testes ii. Temperature regulation F Breeding Soundness and fertility assessment G. Artificial Insemination H. Embryo Transfer I. Application of Recent Findings and Technology in Animal Reproduction IX. Physiology of Lactation A. Anatomy of the mammary gland B. Growth and Development of the Mammary Gland C. Hormonal Regulation of Lactation 1. Milk Let-Down a. Hormonal Control b. Environmental Factors D. Milk Composition E. Colostrum F. The Dairy Industry 1. History of the US Dairy Industry 2. Breeds of Dairy Cattle a. Origins b. Breed Characteristics 3. Milk Processing a. Clarification b. Pasteurization c. Homogenization 4. Milk Products X. Principles of Nutrition A. Plant Composition B. Animal Composition C. Nutrient Requirements of Animals D. Analysis of Foodstuffs E. Feed Digestibility F. Energy Content of Feeds G. Protein Content of Feeds H. Feed Additives I Feed Identification J. Livestock feeding management practices XI Physiology of Digestion in Nutrition A. Anatomy and Capacities of Digestive Tracts 1. Monogastric Animals 2. Hind Gut Fermenters 3. Ruminant Animals B. The Process of Digestion 1. Prehension 2. Mastication 3. Enzymes of the Digestive Tract 4. Absorption of Nutrients C. Efficiency of Feed Conversion XII. Animal Health & Disease A. Introduction and terms B. The Immune Response C. Vaccinations D. Common Diseases of Animals a. Animal diseases transmissible to humans b. Human diseases transmissible to animals c. Disease transmission by passive carriers E. Parasites a. Life Cycles b. Prevention F. Vital Signs a.Indication of health b. Indication of disease G. Biosecurity a. Protecting human health b. Protecting animal health i. Protocols ii. Foreign Disease and Impacts to Animal Agriculture XIII. Animal Behavior: Ethology A. Behavioral Response of Animals 1. Fight or Flight 2. Motivation B. Methods of Animal Communication C. Orientation Behavior D. Types of Animal Behavior E. Social Dominance and conditioning F. Population Density and Animal Behavior G. Humane animal handling and safety Course Objectives Course Objectives Lecture Objectives: 1. Identify the economic and cultural importance and influence of animal agriculture in the world, the United States, California and the local area. 2. Compare and contrast animal uses and meat and animal product consumption in different cultures and world economies. 3. Describe domestication and the contributions of domestic species and breeds developed by selective breeding. 4. Evaluate data collected in an experiment designed using the scientific method. 5. Compose a scientific paper based on data collected in the course following the format of the journal of animal science. 6. Relate basic cell structure to basic cell function while using the cell theory, the cell cycle, cell division and gametogenesis. 7. Diagram and discuss fundamental principles of genetics including mitosis and meiosis, DNA replication, DNA structure and function, protein synthesis, and gene expression. 8. Calculate gene frequency, probability and genetic progress (genetic change). 9. Identify basic internal and external anatomy of domestic animals using proper terminology. 10. Relate fundamental physiology of domestic animals to the anatomy of several body systems including but not limited to cardiovascular, reproductive, digestive, endocrine, exocrine, immune and muscle. 11. Identify the effects of several hormones including but not limited to progesterone, estradiol, prostaglandin, testosterone, FSH, LH, GnRH, somatotropin, epinephrine, cortisol, and thyroxin. 12. Compare the various digestive types of domestic animal species and the nutritive values of the feedstuff they consume. 13. Assess an animal's nutrient requirements based on their stage of the biological cycle. 14. Relate several basic animal behaviors to environmental conditions and relate to domestication, health and performance. 15. Apply basic biology discussed throughout the course to the management of domestic animal species. 16. Evaluate current technology used in animal production. Areas to be discussed include but are not limited to biotechnology, artificial insemination, embryo transfer, and methods of testing animal products for contamination. 17. Assess several animal agriculture issues. 18. Compare and contrast the effects, both physiological and economic, of various diseases affecting domestic animals and evaluate their impact on human health. 19. Apply basic management strategies for disease control and prevention. Laboratory Objectives: 1. Demonstrate understanding and appreciation of the methodologies of the natural science as investigative tools and the limitation of scientific inquiry. 2. Demonstrate basic techniques in biotechnology, hematology, and microbiology. 3. Demonstrate basic techniques in small and large animal restraint with safety of the handler and animal as the main priority. 4. Design and carry out an experiment implementing the scientific method and employing basic data collection and analysis procedures. 5. Demonstrate basic skill in live and post-mortem animal evaluation for health, conformation and identification of anatomical parts. 6. Demonstrate the proper procedure for artificial insemination, embryo transfer, and methods of testing animal products for contamination. Methods of Evaluation Classroom Discussions Objective Examinations Reports Skill Demonstrations Reading Assignments 1. Read the assigned pages from the textbook and be prepared to discuss the differences in the phases of mitosis; illustrate these differences by using models as well as diagramming them. 2. Read current scientific articles regarding animal science and be prepared to discuss them as well as use the data presented in them for other assignments. For example, read articles from peer-reviewed journals regarding rate of gain in various breeds of chickens and incorporate the data into a scientific paper written in the Journal of Animal Science format reporting the findings of the class research project (which in this case would be looking at rate of gain in various breeds of chickens). Writing, Problem Solving or Performance 1. Do a series of one page reports on diseases, nutritional deficiencies and supplements, reproductive technology and other facets of animal science. 2. Write a paper on an issue facing animal agriculture. Potential topics include biotechnology, animal waste, and animal welfare. Other (Term projects, research papers, portfolios, etc.) 1. Maintain a laboratory notebook containing data, observations, calculations, and other information pertinent to the laboratory portion of the course. Methods of Instruction Laboratory Lecture/Discussion Distance Learning Other materials and-or supplies required of students that contribute to the cost of the course.
Agriculture
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Overview Sustainable agriculture is an integrated system of plant and animal production practices having a site-specific application that will, over the long-term, satisfy human food and fiber needs; enhance environmental quality and the natural resource base upon which the agriculture economy depends; make the most efficient use of nonrenewable resources and on-farm resources and integrate, where appropriate, natural biological cycles and controls; sustain the economic viability of farm operations and enhance the quality of life for farmers and society as a whole. TRANSFER AND MAJOR REQUIREMENTS in Agriculture are available in the Counseling Center. In all cases, students should consult with a counselor for specific transfer requirements. Faculty
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